Hulls
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Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Products classified under HTS 8906.90.00.10
Dredger Hull
Robust steel hull for hopper dredgers, unoutfitted without pumps or spuds. Under 8906.90.0010 as other vessel hulls per incomplete vessel note. Built for sediment removal operations.
Fiberglass Yacht Hull
A molded fiberglass hull designed for recreational yachts, lacking propulsion or superstructure but possessing the essential character of a sailing or motor vessel. Classified under HTS 8906.90.0010 as an other vessel hull per chapter notes, excluding row boats. It requires completion with decking and fittings to become a finished vessel.
Aluminum Patrol Boat Hull
Welded aluminum hull for military or coast guard patrol vessels, unassembled without engines or armaments but retaining patrol boat structure. Falls under 8906.90.0010 for other vessels including warships hulls, distinct from row boats. Intended for completion into operational patrol craft.
Steel Workboat Hull
Heavy-duty steel hull for commercial workboats like barges or tugs, delivered disassembled but with clear vessel form for other non-row vessels. Classified in 8906.90.0010 as hulls for other vessels per chapter notes on incomplete vessels. Requires assembly with machinery for full operation.
Carbon Fiber Racing Boat Hull
Lightweight carbon fiber composite hull for high-performance racing sailboats or powerboats, unfinished without rigging. Under HTS 8906.90.0010 for hulls of other vessels excluding row boats, as per chapter note on incomplete vessels. High-strength material for speed applications.
Inflatable Lifeboat Hull
Rigid inflatable hull base for lifeboats, made of hypalon or PVC, without oars or canopy but designed for emergency vessels. Classifies under 8906.90.0010 for other vessel hulls including lifeboats other than row boats. Complies with SOLAS standards for safety.
Wooden Fishing Vessel Hull
Carvel-planked wooden hull for traditional fishing boats, uncompleted without nets or motors, for other non-row vessels. HTS 8906.90.0010 applies per chapter notes for incomplete vessels of this type. Sustainable hardwood construction.
Composite Tugboat Hull
Hybrid composite hull (GRP/foam core) for harbor tugboats, shipped unassembled lacking winches or props. Under 8906.90.0010 for other vessel hulls excluding row boats, following chapter note on disassembled incomplete vessels. Engineered for towing duties.
Ferry Catamaran Hull
Twin aluminum catamaran hull set for passenger ferries, incomplete without bridges or ramps. Classifies as 8906.90.0010 hulls for other vessels per chapter notes. Optimized for high-speed coastal transport.
Research Vessel Hull
Steel hull specialized for oceanographic research ships, without labs or winches installed. HTS 8906.90.0010 for other vessel hulls excl. row boats, as incomplete per chapter notes. Reinforced for scientific deployments.